LUCKNOW, Feb. 26 -- Uttar Pradesh is set to transform its fisheries sector with a Rs.4,000 crore investment from UAE's Aqua Bridge Group, marking one of the largest foreign investments in India's aquaculture industry. The project aims to establish a state-of-the-art fish farming ecosystem, integrating advanced technology, research, and structured market linkages.

The project, proposed in Unnao district's Saraiya village under the UP Industrial Development Authority (UPIDA), will extend across six districts-Sitapur, Hardoi, Unnao, Ayodhya, Barabanki, and Rae Bareli. A dedicated fish farming cluster in Unnao will anchor the project, focusing on intensive aquaculture, AI-driven fisheries management, and export-oriented production.

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